Zendesk

Scalable help desk and ticketing.

4.36,000 reviewsG24.3/5Capterra4.4/5
Visit Zendesk → Updated July 2026
Customer Support
Starting price
$19/mo
Free plan
No
Free trial
14-day trial
G2 score
4.3/5
Capterra score
4.4/5

Overview

Zendesk is the incumbent of customer support software: a mature ticketing core, help center, chat and voice, wrapped in reporting that support leaders trust. It scales from small teams to thousand-agent operations, with marketplace apps covering nearly every integration. Costs accumulate — per-agent pricing plus add-ons for AI and advanced analytics — and configuration depth means smaller teams often use a fraction of what they pay for.

Who it’s best for

EnterpriseEcommerceSmall Teams

Key features

  • Ticketing
  • Help center
  • Live chat
  • Automations

Zendesk pricing

Zendesk paid plans start at $19/month, with a 14-day free trial.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Scales well
  • Rich integrations
  • Strong reporting

Cons

  • Pricey
  • Setup complexity

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Zendesk cost?

Zendesk paid plans start at $19/month, with a 14-day free trial.

Is Zendesk any good?

Zendesk holds a 4.3/5 rating across 6,000 reviews. Users highlight its scales well.

What are the best Zendesk alternatives?

Top alternatives include Help Scout, Freshdesk, Intercom. Help Scout is the highest rated at 4.5/5.